The four majors and their differences
Each major has its own character. The Masters is Augusta's tradition and beauty; the PGA Championship is the players' championship; the US Open is the toughest test in golf; the Open Championship is links golf at its most dramatic.
The broadcast production varies between the four, with the Masters and the US Open typically carrying the strongest production values. The Open Championship's British timing makes it the most viewer-friendly for European audiences.
Following all four properly means watching the season-long narrative unfold across the spring and summer, which is where a consolidated subscription genuinely helps.
The Masters: Augusta National
The Masters runs the first full week of April, with the Par 3 Contest on the Wednesday, the practice rounds building the anticipation, and the four tournament rounds from Thursday to Sunday.
The broadcast carries the highest production values in golf, with the 4K Amen Corner coverage being the genuine standout. The course detail in Ultra HD captures the beauty of Augusta.
The timing suits European evening viewing, which makes the Masters one of the most accessible majors for viewers outside the Americas.
The PGA Championship
The PGA Championship runs in mid-May, rotating between major American courses. The broadcast structure follows the standard golf format, with the featured groups and the main broadcast carrying the tournament.
The PGA Championship carries a strong production, with the 4K final round coverage being the centrepiece. The field is the strongest of any non-major event on the calendar.
For European viewers, the timing runs overnight, which makes the replay library the essential feature of this major's coverage.
The US Open and the Open Championship
The US Open in June carries the most intense production - the toughest test in golf, the biggest American venue, and the highest broadcast standards. The 4K coverage on the finishing holes is some of the best in sports broadcasting.
The Open Championship in July is links golf at its most dramatic, running on British time. For American viewers the morning rounds land overnight, and the afternoon rounds arrive mid-morning. For European viewers, the Open is the most viewer-friendly major of the year.
Following both back-to-back in June and July makes the early summer the busiest golf viewing window, and the consolidated subscription handles the channel transitions seamlessly.
The featured group streams across all four events
All four majors carry the featured group streams that let you follow specific players from the first tee to the 18th green. The coverage quality of these streams has improved dramatically in recent years.
The featured group streams sit in the same channel guide as the main broadcast, which means flicking between the leaders and your favourite player is a single button press rather than a separate app.
For the fans who follow specific players throughout their season, the featured group streams at the majors are the best coverage available outside of being at the course yourself.
Getting the four majors running
The natural trial window is during any of the four majors, which runs a full four-day schedule with the highest production values. The Masters in April is the earliest opportunity to test the coverage.
If all four majors work - the broadcast, the featured groups, the 4K flagship, the replays and the EPG structure - the rest of the golf season is guaranteed to work too.
Frequently asked questions
Can I watch all four golf majors on one subscription?
Yes - the Masters, PGA Championship, US Open and Open Championship are all in one guide.
Are the featured group streams included?
Yes - the featured groups and the main broadcast are both part of the coverage.
Is each major in 4K?
The final-round flagship coverage is produced in 4K for all four events.
What about the time zones?
The Open Championship runs British time; the others run American time. The replay library catches the rest.
The bottom line
The four golf majors are the sport's ultimate test, and watching all of them properly on one subscription is the way to follow the season's narrative. The Masters, the PGA, the US Open and the Open Championship, all in one guide with 4K and replays. Message us on WhatsApp at +1 (555) 364-8853 or wa.me/15553648853 and we will have the first tee shot of the season on your screen.
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